outspoken

English

Etymology

From outspeak, equivalent to out- +‎ spoken.

Adjective

outspoken (comparative more outspoken, superlative most outspoken)

  1. Speaking, or spoken, freely, openly, or boldly; vocal; frank.
    an outspoken man
    an outspoken rebuke
    • 2017 April 6, Samira Shackle, “On the frontline with Karachi’s ambulance drivers”, in the Guardian‎:
      Safdar constantly chews a betel nut derivative, which has a stimulant effect – a common habit among drivers in Pakistan. He is outspoken and talks a million miles a minute, his rapid hand movements expressing a range of emotions.

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Verb

outspoken

  1. past participle of outspeak.
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